Silva, Silva and more Silva: If you notice several Daniel Silva books showing up on the Mysteries and Suspense list, that’s because the Fiction Department staff was reading Silva for its monthly genre study. We all enjoyed Silva’s work and recommend his books if you like page-turning, well-written thrillers.

Visiting Author: Andrea and Ellen snagged pre-pubs of Annie Barrows’ new book, The Truth According to Usand really enjoyed it. Barrows, who co-wrote The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society and the Ivy + Bean children’s series, will speak at Cook Library at 7 p.m. June 16 about her new book, which comes out June 9. There still is time to register.

For Sci Fi and Fantasy Buffs:The Library at Mount Char by Scott Hawkins got a thumbs up from Mark and Lindsay, who say it will appeal to Neil Gaiman and Joe Hill fans. The Queen of the Tearling received rave reviews from Connie and Andrea.

Chick Lit and Women’s Lit: In the mood for a beach read? Chris says to pick up The Knockoff: A Novel by Lucy Sykes and Jo Piazza. And Jane likes How to Start a Fire by Lisa Lutz.